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When most investors think about Indian banking giants,
one name almost always stands out—HDFC Bank.
For years, the bank has been considered one of the strongest private-sector financial institutions in India. But after the HDFC Ltd merger, the stock entered a long consolidation phase, disappointing many short-term investors. Now the big question is:
Is HDFC Bank preparing for its next major bullish move?
To answer that, we need to study three things together:
- The
latest fundamentals
- Recent
news and business developments
- Technical
+ Elliott Wave structure
And when all these factors are combined, the picture
becomes very interesting.
Stability After Merger
The latest Q4 FY26 result clearly shows that the bank is
gradually moving out of the merger adjustment phase and returning toward steady
growth mode.
Q4 FY26 Key Highlights
- Profit Continues to Grow
HDFC Bank reported a standalone net profit of around ₹19,221 crore, showing nearly 9% YoY growth.
- Deposits Growing Strongly
One of the biggest positives is deposit growth.
Total deposits grew around 14.4% YoY, crossing approximately ₹31 lakh crore.
Asset Quality Still Among the
Best
The bank’s Gross NPA remained near 1.15%, while Net NPA stayed extremely low around 0.38%.
This means:
- Loan
defaults remain controlled
- Risk
management is still strong
- Balance
sheet quality remains superior compared to many competitors
Dividend
Announcement:
The bank announced a final dividend of ₹13 per share for FY26.
A company usually increases or maintains dividend payouts
only when management feels confident about future cash flow and profitability.
Future
Expansion Plans
One of the most important developments is HDFC Bank’s
increasing focus on AI and digital banking.
Reports suggest the bank has invested heavily in:
- Personalised
banking systems
The bank is also developing multiple live AI use cases
internally.
Branch Expansion
HDFC Bank is reportedly planning aggressive branch expansion,
especially in semi-urban and rural India.
The bank may add nearly 1,500–2,000 branches yearly.
This strategy is very important because rural and
semi-urban banking penetration in India still has massive growth potential.
Tech & Digital Factory in
Guwahati
Recently, HDFC Bank inaugurated a new Tech & Digital Factory in Guwahati.
This move shows that the bank is trying to strengthen. Again,
this supports the long-term growth story.
Should Investors Panic?
At present, there is no evidence suggesting that the core
banking business is fundamentally damaged.
In fact, Reuters reported that reviews found no major governance breakdown inside the bank.
Elliott
Wave Analysis: A Long-Term Bullish Structure?
From an Elliott Wave perspective, the structure looks extremely
interesting.
The long-term chart suggests that the stock may be
developing a large corrective consolidation after a multi-year impulsive rally.
The current structure appears similar to a contracting
diagonal / wedge-type formation.
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| Figure 1 |
The long-term monthly chart of HDFC Bank reflects a
powerful uptrend that has been developing for nearly three decades and can be
interpreted as a large impulsive Elliott Wave structure.
Although the recent decline from the highs created
short-term fear among investors, the broader trend still remains technically
constructive as the stock continues to respect its long-term support structure.
From an Elliott Wave perspective, let us now
identify and mark the wave structure more closely to understand the stock’s
potential future movement.
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| Figure 2 |
The chart shown above is the monthly chart with
Elliott Wave labels added. The earlier First, Second, Third, and Fourth Waves
are now part of history and mainly help us understand the overall wave
structure.
The real focus now is on the current Fifth Wave and
the recent sharp downward movement. The key question is whether this move could
create an investment opportunity. To understand that clearly, further research
and deeper wave analysis are still needed.
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| Figure 3 |
The chart shown above is actually an enlarged, zoomed-in
view of the Fifth Wave. As you know, according to Elliott Wave theory, the fifth wave is impulsive, and every impulsive wave is made up of five
sub-waves.
Therefore, the only way to determine whether this Fifth
Wave has been fully completed is to check whether all five internal sub-waves
have formed completely or not. If they have not yet been completed, then it may help
us understand the possible next upward movement. On the other hand, if the
entire impulsive structure has already been completed, then the next expected
movement would generally be a downside corrective move.
So now, my task is to analyse whether the current
downside movement is a corrective wave or still part of the
ongoing Fifth Wave structure. To understand that clearly, further wave analysis
is required.
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| Figure 4 |
While performing further wave analysis, it appears that
within the Fifth Wave, the First sub-wave has formed as a Leading Diagonal
pattern, and the Third and Fourth sub-waves can also be identified. However, a
major portion still remains unclear.
At this stage, it is still not possible to confirm
whether the entire Fifth Wave has been completed, as a significant part of the structure remains to be properly identified. It is still uncertain
whether the remaining portion belongs to the Fifth sub-wave or represents
something else. Therefore, further wave analysis is required for confirmation.
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| Figure 5 |
In the above chart, the structure was still not very clear,
and a proper analysis of that portion was not possible. However, after drawing
upper and lower trend lines, it now appears that an Ending Diagonal is forming.
In other words, the Fifth sub-wave inside the larger Fifth Wave can now be
identified as an Ending Diagonal pattern.
As you know, an Ending Diagonal generally forms only in a
Fifth Wave. Therefore, this Fifth sub-wave appears to be an Ending Diagonal
consisting of five legs. So far, the A, B, C, and D legs have been identified,
while the E leg is still remaining. In the next chart or diagram, we may be
able to understand the probable direction of the next movement.
However, all of these are only possibilities. Nothing in
Elliott Wave analysis can ever be stated with absolute certainty or confirmation.
Elliott Wave analysis is based on probability and interpretation, not
guaranteed prediction. So, what you are learning here is how to analyse the
market based on probable wave structures and logical assumptions.
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| Figure 6 |
After the analysis, it appears that the D wave has
already moved downward, and the final E wave is likely to move upward in a
three-wave structure. If this interpretation is correct, the current pattern is
an Ending Diagonal, where the E leg is expected to rise.
However, Elliott Wave analysis is based on probability,
not certainty. Even after the D wave is complete, the structure may still
extend lower as it is developing into an Expanding Ending Diagonal.
For now, the most probable assumption is that the stock
may move upward to form the E leg, but the overall structure is still
developing and cannot yet be considered fully complete.
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| Figure 7 |
From the wave analysis we have done so far, we have tried
to determine whether an Ending Diagonal is forming, where the final E leg could
push the stock upward. This is not a confirmation, but rather a conclusion
based on analytical interpretation.
Now, if we look at the RSI, it is also supporting this
analysis by showing a divergence pattern. In addition, the volume bars are
turning green, indicating increasing buying interest. These signals together
suggest that our wave analysis may be moving in the right direction.
Disclaimer:
I am not a SEBI-registered financial advisor. The analysis and views shared here are purely for educational and informational purposes and should not be considered as financial advice or investment recommendations. Trading and investing in the stock market carry a high level of risk, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Readers are strongly encouraged to consult with a certified financial advisor or SEBI-registered professional before making any financial decisions. I am not responsible for any losses incurred based on the information provided.